During the late 60's and 70's Ronnie Allen was the best in the world, Efren at his best was not more talented than Ronnie, I really wish they could have met during that time frame now that would have been a match up!!!!!!
During that time frame Ronnie would spot any body in the country playing 1-Pocket on a 4 1/2 by 9 table, including Jersey Red and win. However, on a 5 by 10 pocket billiards table playing 1-Pocket Jersey Red was the Champion and on the big table he could beat Ronnie.
In the end however, Ronnie Allen was the best and no one in this country with half a Brain would play him without a spot for any big dollars. While Efren is a fantastic 1-Pocket player and certainly one of the best of all time, I believe with all my heart that during the above time frame that any match between Ronnie and Efren would be a toss up. But, I suspect that Ronnie would have an advantage of Efren in one area, and that would be playing with his own money. In todays game most of the great players are backed and if they lose they still have shoes, a car to drive where ever they are going and they won't miss a meal. In days past while backers did exist, many of the great players played with their bank roll, in my opinion when you are playing with your own money you play a stronger game because you have much more to lose.
Just my thought's
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